Chicago Pizza Bar & Grill – Italian
This vibrant neighborhood haunt captures the soulful energy of the Windy City, inviting guests into a warm, unpretentious space where the sizzle of the fryer and the aroma of melted mozzarella set the stage for a social feast. The kitchen turns out an indulgent array of golden-brown comforts, from crispy fried mushrooms and toasted ravioli to hearty, spice-laden tamale boats that bring a nostalgic taste of Chicago’s streets to every table.
Southeast 47th Terrace, Cape Coral, Florida FL 33904 https://thechicagopizza.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, low-carb, gluten-free, keto, vegan, pescatarian, mediterranean, diabetic, plant-based, sugar-free, heart-healthy, low-fat, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, weight-watchers, clean-eating, volumetrics, raw-food, tlc, detox, alkaline, carnivore, mayo-clinic, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM
- Tuesday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for a kitchen that takes clear pride in every plate, guests frequently praise the perfectly cooked sandwiches as a standout menu item. Reviewers highlight the efficient and timely service that enhances the comfortable and pleasant atmosphere, ensuring a seamless dining experience from start to finish. This inviting setting is often noted by diners as the perfect backdrop for enjoying high-quality, well-prepared meals in a relaxed environment.
Menu
Appetizers
- Bruschetta - $11: 6 toasted French bread slices with Roma tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, mozzarella and grated Parmesan drizzled with sweet Balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicago Nuggets - $10: fried pizza dough tossed in garlic butter and Romano cheese served with chilled pizza sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Mushrooms - $9: batter-dipped button mushrooms with ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Ravioli - $9: breaded ricotta-stuffed ravioli served with marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mozzarella Sticks - $9: batter-dipped mozzarella cheese sticks served with marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tamales - $8: 3 Vienna beef tamales Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Tamale Boat - $9: 2 Vienna beef tamales topped with chili, shredded cheddar cheese and diced onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Loaded Cheese Fries - $12: fries topped with Fontanini bacon, mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, served with ranch dressing Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Onion Rings - $10: beer battered and deep fried, served with ranch dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Tenders - $12: 5 chicken strips with honey mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Buffalo Chicken Tenders - $13: 5 chicken strips tossed with choice of hot, medium or mild sauce with celery and blue cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Wings (10) - $14: choice of mild, medium, or hot buffalo, BBQ or signature sauce; served with celery and blue cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Loaded Tots - $10: bacon, cheddar cheese, and sour cream Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- ChiTown Tots - $10: Fontanini Italian beef, giardiniera, and melted mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chili Cheese Tots - $10: Beanless chili, cheddar cheese, and onions Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Garlic Bread - $7: 6 crostini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Hot Dogs
- The Chicago Dog - $8.5: Vienna Beef dog on a steamed poppy seed bun with mustard, relish, onions, tomato, dill pickle spear, sports peppers & celery salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chili Dog - $9: Vienna Beef dog topped with chili, shredded cheddar and diced onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Midway Monster Dog - $10: steamed poppy seed bun, split tamale, Vienna Beef dog, chili, shredded cheddar, diced onions and mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Maxwell Street Polish Dog - $8.5: steamed or fried Polish Sausage topped with grilled onions and spicy mustard Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Salads
- Caprese - $13: whole milk mozzarella, Roma tomatoes, black pepper, kosher salt, romaine lettuce, balsamic reduction and extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Mayo-Clinic
- Garden Salad - $10: iceberg and romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, red cabbage, tomatoes, red onions and croutons, served with garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Antipasti Plate - $17: whole milk mozzarella, Genoa salami, pepperoni, artichoke hearts, hearts of palm, Kalamata & queen stuffed olives, chopped greens, balsamic reduction and extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Atkins
- Caesar - $12: romaine lettuce, shredded Parmesan, croutons and Caesar dressing, served with garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Greek - $12: garden salad topped with banana peppers, pepperoncini, black olives and feta cheese, served with Greek Feta Vinaigrette and garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Chef Salad - $12: garden salad topped with ham, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, red onions, black olives and croutons, served with garlic bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sandwiches
- Chicago Italian Beef - $12: Fontanini Italian Beef with Italian herbs served with Au Jus on French Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Italian Sausage Sandwich - $11.5: Fontanini sweet Italian sausage with Au Jus or marinara on French Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Combo Sandwich - $12: Fontanini Italian beef with sweet Italian sausage served with Au Jus or marinara on French Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Italian Sub (Hot or Cold) - $10.5: shaved ham, pepperoni, salami and provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, oil & vinegar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Meatball Sub - $11: meatballs with marinara on French Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Parmagiana Sandwich - $12: breaded chicken breast fried and topped with marinara and mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmagiana Sandwich - $11.5: breaded eggplant fried and topped with marinara and mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tuna Sandwich - $10: tuna salad with lettuce and tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Buffalo Chicken Sandwich - $11: chicken tenders tossed in mild buffalo sauce, lettuce, tomato, celery strips & blue cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Pizza & Italian Favorites
- Stromboli - $14: stuffed with mozzarella and marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Calzone - $14: stuffed with mozzarella & ricotta cheeses, brushed with garlic butter and Romano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Deep Dish Build Your Own (12") - $18.5: choose any deep dish toppings Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Thin Crust Build Your Own (12") - $14.5: choose any thin crust toppings Dietary tags: Nut-Free
Main Courses
- Spaghetti or Penne - $14.5: with marinara sauce, served with salad & garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Baked Penne - $15.5: Penne noodles blended with ricotta, marinara, mozzarella and Romano cheeses Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lasagna - $17.5: layers of pasta, specialty cheeses, marinara, and mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Parmigiana Entree - $18: breaded chicken breast with marinara, mozzarella and Romano, served on pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmigiana Entree - $18: breaded eggplant with marinara, mozzarella and Romano, served on pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chicken Piccata - $19: sauteed with white wine butter sauce and capers, served on pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Stuffed Shells - $17: pasta shells stuffed with ricotta, marinara, mozzarella and Romano cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sides
- Chips - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Coleslaw - $2 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Small Dinner Salad - $4 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Basket of Fries - $4.75 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Cup of Chili - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Side of Giardiniera - $1.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol
- Fontanini Sweet Italian Sausage - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- 3 Meatballs in Marinara - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Desserts
- Cheesecake - $7: topped with Cherry or Blueberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mini Chocolate Chip Cannoli - $7: 3 Mini Cannoli filled with chocolate chip cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cinnamon Bites - $9: fried pizza dough tossed with cinnamon and icing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Soft Drinks - $3.75: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Pibb Extra, Barq's Root Beer, Ginger Ale, Lemonade
- Iced Tea - $3.75: Fresh Brewed Sweet or Unsweet
- Milk & Chocolate Milk - $3
- Coffee - $3
- Domestic Draft (Pint) - $3.5: Bud Light, Michelob Ultra, Miller Lite, Coors Light, Yuengling
- House Wine Glass - $6: Merlot, Chianti, Chardonnay, Cabernet, White Zinfandel, Pinot Grigio
- Chicago Mary - $12: Smirnoff Citrus Vodka, Whiskey Willies Bloody Mary Mix, giardiniera stuffed olives
Frequently Asked Questions about Chicago Pizza Bar & Grill
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Chicago Pizza Bar & Grill has an average rating of 4.0/5.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports diverse diets including high-protein, vegetarian, nut-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, and pescatarian options across various Chicago-style dishes.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The provided data does not list specific dishes that simultaneously meet keto and gluten-free requirements for this restaurant.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for Chicago Pizza Bar & Grill.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Italian restaurant stands out for its high-quality sandwiches, efficient service, and extensive dietary options including keto and vegan.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its Chicago-inspired street food, featuring nostalgic tamale boats, perfectly cooked sandwiches, and live social atmosphere.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Chicago Pizza Bar & Grill by visiting their website at https://thechicagopizza.com/.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu offers vegan, keto, gluten-free, and low-carb options, including high-protein meats, vegetarian fried mushrooms, and various nut-free dishes.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided data does not include a specific physical address, but more information may be available on their website at https://thechicagopizza.com/.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect a budget-friendly Italian spot with a 4.0/5 rating, known for perfectly cooked sandwiches and efficient service.